Caste Flashcards

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Comprehensive

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Introduction

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system of social stratification which consist of hierarchal arranged, closed, endogamous strata where membership is ascriptive, restricted and mobility is theoretically impossible

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The homogeneity of social context makes cats drop below threshold of social visibility

The system change from ritual hierarchy to identity politics, designated status to negotiated position, ritual definitions of roles to civic and political definitions

Caste system eroded the ritual level, but emerged as a political and economic Level

While Dalit movement play a crucial role in challenging the caste system and advocating for rights and dignity. The annihilation of caste however, is a complex multi dimensional issue that require sustained and comprehensive efforts at all Society levels.

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